Chapter 850: Nevermore: The True Path to Godhood

Chapter 850: Nevermore: The True Path to Godhood

The gods watched the screen as Jake just relaxed on the floor while yawning lazily. In space, the Forsaken Dragonkin was rampaging, truly motivated by a promise of a potential Path to godhood. No one in the room really said anything as they simply observed events unfold until, finally, Minaga chimed up.

So another note in the development log?

Yes, the Wyrmgod simply responded.

Alrighty then, Minaga smiled, clearly not upset with the situation. Looking at Vilastromoz, he couldnt help but give a big thumbs up.

I fail to understand how did your Chosen even do that? the Blightfather questioned the Viper after a bit. The Wyrmgod had shown the screen to everyone in the inner circle the Primordials, Natures Attendant, and Artemis so he was fully aware of the shenanigans Jake had been up to. This was naturally with the Vipers permission, as he found their reactions very amusing, and what was better than bragging to old acquaintances?

Do what? the Viper asked, feigning confusion.

Project your aura or at least a cheap imitation of it.

Oh, that yeah, Jake ate a drop of my blood infused with my Records and power a while back and has thus far not volunteered to give it back, Vilastromoz answered nonchalantly.

There were a few raised eyebrows around the room as the Holy Mother also joined the conversation for once. Impressive. To be able to handle such Records without seeing his own Path broken is not something you see often, and it truly shows his dedication. It isnt something I would expect many mortals to be capable of, much less a C-grade.ViiSiit novelbi/n(.)c/(o)m for latest novels

C-grade? No, he ate it in E-grade, and my guy didnt even ask, the Viper sighed as he shook his head.

Eyebrows were raised even higher than before at the revelation. The only one that seemed entirely undisturbed was Valdemar. Unsurprising. He and Jake had many similarities in this regard, as Valdemar was also known for eating stuff he really shouldnt be capable of while he was still a mortal. Even now, as a god, he would just gobble down natural treasures other Primordials were wary of nonchalantly.

In any case, Jake did pretty damn well, Minaga said, carrying along the conversation. He even gave us so much good feedback on the Challenge Dungeon, outlining many things to address for the next era. Of course, most of the stuff he pulled off was things I wouldnt really expect many others to be capable of, but there were some good data points anyway.

Minaga was in a great mood, and the Viper couldnt help but take a jab. Feels good to see another Challenge Dungeon be utterly exploited after your labyrinth, eh?

I have no idea what you are talking about, and such accusations are utterly unfounded and unwelcome, Minaga tried to shut him down with a deadpan face. Minagas Endless Labyrinth is a marvel of dungeon engineering that is perfectly balanced with no exploits.

Right, right, the Viper nodded as he kept smiling.

You speak as if the Endless Journey Challenge Dungeon was an utter mess, but I believe its self-correcting mechanisms did well. The Vipers Chosen also adequately adapted to the situations he was in, and even if he had unique advantages, he also faced some extra challenges due to them. Ones he overcame, mostly due to these same unique advantages, true, but if one can say one thing, it is that he is good at exploiting said advantage, the Wyrmgod finally said after a while.

There were a lot of problems, though, Minaga pointed out. Admit it, this entire Challenge Dungeon was a bit of a mess and not the most successful launch.

While some would argue that nothing truly scenario-breaking happened, and the overall performance was fully acceptable. A few individuals being able to exploit a Challenge Dungeon does not make the entire project a failure. If it did, we would have had to decommission your entire labyrinth many eras ago, the Wyrmgod said in his usual dry tone as he verbally murdered Minaga.

No need to bully the poor Unique Lifeform, the Viper shook his head. But hearing you talk about how it isnt a total failure I wonder, how are Jakes team members doing in this Challenge Dungeon? Or if theyve already completed it, how did they do?

The Wyrmgod briefly threw a glance at Natures Attendant, and after the god nodded, the Wyrmgod turned back to the Viper. Three of them have already completed it, with only the Unique Lifeform yet to be done. As for how they all did or are doing see for yourself.

With a wave of his hand, the Primordial summoned four new screens. Each showed one of Jakes party members inside the Endless Journey in a highly sped-up fashion, showing their entire runs in mere seconds in Realtime, which was more than slow enough for the gods there.

Before any of that you have a promise to keep, the Forsaken Dragonkin interrupted as he looked at Jake with narrowed eyes. Or did things change?

The Forsaken Dragonkin did not hold back as he used a skill to make completely sure Jake was telling the truth. It was certain that should he try and bullshit his way out or lie, the situation would not turn out well, especially considering Jake had yet to be told he could leave the Challenge Dungeon. So he did the only thing he could. Jake told the truth.

I am still a bit spent from the preview I gave you earlier, Jake said completely honestly. But I swear to you that I will share with you the true Path to godhood soon. The method every single one of the dozens of gods I am aware of have in common.

Jake had some time to think as he was waiting, and he had gone over what all the gods he had ever spoken of had in common. He had considered their Paths and what they had done to reach godhood and realized one universal truth about them all that he would share with the Forsaken Dragonkin was ready.

There were some amusing reactions from the Guild Founder and other S-grades when Jake mentioned gods, but none of them said anything. The Forsaken Dragonkin had looked skeptical, but at Jakes reassurance, he simply nodded. He did seem like he planned on staying close to Jake for the time being, though.

In that case let us return and celebrate as the Courier recovers, the Guild Founder said as the group of S-grades and Jake departed back toward the city.

Once back, they held a nice celebration and ceremony. The deaths of those who fought were honored; the Forsaken Dragonkin was called a hero that all of the nations would support, and the fighters who stood their ground were rewarded. However, despite all the S-grades, Jake was the main character as he was celebrated in a big ceremony put on by the Guild Founder.

Jake was praised, and in the end, the Guild Founder decided to do something unprecedented, as the first-ever Mythical Courier was crowned. Throughout this all, Jake just smiled and waved as he seriously hoped the system message would soon appear before he had to fulfill his promise to the Forsaken Dragonkin luckily, it did right as Jake had his Medallion upgraded and officially got his final promotion.

Congratulations! You have completed the Endless Journey Challenge Dungeon!

You have risen to an otherwise unknown realm of Mythical Courier. A Courier rank that only you possess, granted to someone recognized by all in the land. As a Mythical Courier, you can choose to stay in the Endless Journey and continue completing regular Courier Jobs, or you can choose to retire and end your journey for good.

Exit the Endless Journey?

Seeing this message, Jake smiled but he still had one more thing to do. After the ceremony was over, Jake and the Forsaken Dragonkin went to a chamber by themselves, as it was time for Jake to teach the S-grade how to become a god. He wouldnt be bullshitting either because Jake had truly figured it out.

You should be fully aware of what will happen if you have attempted to fool me, the Forsaken Dragonkin said as Jake took a seat across from the dragonkin.

I know, so Im not going to bullshit you, Jake said as he took a deep breath. Do you know what godhood is?

Surprise me, the dragonkin said with narrowed eyes.

While you may see godhood as your ultimate goal, in reality, it is just another step on your Endless Path. Its the hardest one by far, but far from the end. From what Ive heard, some call it the moment you truly realize your Path and prove it, so to say, but in the end, it all boils down to simply staying true to yourself and dedicated to your Path.

He spoke only truths, as the Forsaken Dragonkin seemed more receptive than before. But the question is howwhat tangible methods can one deploy to reach godhood?

Jake took another deep breath as he looked upwards. The how is simpler than you think. From all the gods I have observed, and how they followed their Paths, I realized they all did one thing that those who failed to reach godhood didnt.

What is it? What do I need to do?

With a serious look on his face, Jake quickly prepared himself to leave the dungeon as he answered.

Get good.